PRODUCT DETAILS

About Polex Syrup

PROMETHAZINE+PARACETAMOL belongs to the class of medications called ‘antihistamines’ used in the treatment of allergic reactions, common cold, insomnia and travel sickness. Allergy or hypersensitivity is an immune system response to foreign elements typically not harmful to your body. Insomnia is a sleep disorder characterized by difficulty falling or staying asleep. Travel sickness is an illness caused by motion during travel characterized by nausea and vomiting.

PROMETHAZINE+PARACETAMOL contains ‘promethazine’ which acts as an antihistamine. It blocks the action of histamines (chemicals causing allergic symptoms) and reduces the allergic reaction like runny nose, watery eyes and sneezing.. It also acts on the brain directly and produces the calming and anti-nausea effect. On the other side, Paracetamol is used to treat pain and reduce fever. Paracetamol works by inhibiting the production of certain chemical messengers in the brain known as prostaglandins that are responsible for pain and fever.

Uses of Polex Syrup

Allergy, common cold, insomnia and travel sickness

Medicinal Benefits of Polex Syrup

PROMETHAZINE+PARACETAMOL contains ‘promethazine’ which belongs to the class of ‘phenothiazines’. It is an antihistamine and blocks the action of histamines (chemicals causing allergic symptoms). It can effectively treat allergic symptoms such as itching, watery eyes, hives, runny nose and sneezing. It also acts on the brain directly and produces a calming and anti-nausea effect. For short-term use, it is used in the treatment of insomnia. It can treat symptoms such as feeling sick (nausea) and fall sick (vomiting) occurring due to travel or motion sickness. Paracetamol is a painkiller, which is used to treat pain associated with different medical conditions like headache, toothache, osteoarthritis, cold or flu pain.

Directions for Use

PROMETHAZINE+PARACETAMOL should be taken before meals or bedtime. While if PROMETHAZINE+PARACETAMOL is taken for motion sickness, then it should be consumed before you are going to travel. While during surgery, it should be taken a night before the surgery. Please follow the directions given by your doctor. PROMETHAZINE+PARACETAMOL is available in the following dosage forms: tablet, elixir, injection and suppository. Tablet: Tablets are swallowed as a whole with a glass of water. Do not crush, chew or break the tablets. Take the tablets every day at a fixed time for better results. Syrup: Take the prescribed amount of syrup using a measuring cup or oral syringe and swallow it with a glass of water. Do not measure the syrup using a household spoon. Injection: Injection is given by a healthcare professional so, do not self-administer. Suppositories: Suppositories are for rectal use only. Wash your hands before and after every use. Lie on one side and raise the opposite side knee to your chest. Then using the finger, insert the suppository into the rectum, about ½ to 1 inch and hold it in place for few moments. Lie for about 15 minutes and stand up slowly.

Side Effects of Polex Syrup

• Dry mouth
• Blurred vision
• Drowsiness
• Dizziness
• Headache
• Tiredness
• Disorientation
• Having nightmares

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For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.

In-Depth Precautions and Warning

Drug Warnings

PROMETHAZINE+PARACETAMOL may cause skin photosensitivity (rashes and redness on sun-exposed skin). So, avoid prolonged exposure to sunlight. PROMETHAZINE+PARACETAMOL may cause dizziness, so you should not drive or operate heavy machinery. Inform your doctor if you have sleep apnea (sleeping disorder) or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) (a lung disease) as this medicine may cause respiratory depression or excessive drowsiness.  Inform your doctor if you have difficulty breathing, asthma or bronchitis (lung problems), epilepsy (fits), serious heart problems, liver or kidney problems, a stomach blockage, hearing problems, increased pressure in the eye (glaucoma) and Reye’s Syndrome (swelling in the liver and brain in children). PROMETHAZINE+PARACETAMOL contains Paracetamol so it should not be used for more than 3 days unless suggested by the doctor. In adult individuals, this medicine should not be used for more than 10 days and in children, not more than 5 days, unless suggested by the doctor. However, if this medicine is used in children who have a sore throat or have a high fever, headache, vomiting then it should be used after the doctor's advice.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interaction:

PROMETHAZINE+PARACETAMOL may interact with anticholinergic medicines, antidepressants, sedatives (diazepam and zolpidem), pain killers (aspirin), antifungals (ketoconazole), anti diabetics (metformin), anticonvulsant (carbamazepine), anti-gout (sulfinpyrazone).

Drug-Disease Interaction:

 PROMETHAZINE+PARACETAMOL should be used with caution in patients with respiratory diseases (asthma), liver or kidney problems, serious heart problems, sleep disorders, seizures, hearing problems, glaucoma (eye problems) and Reye’s Syndrome (swelling in the liver and brain in children).

Safety Advice

ALCOHOL

PROMETHAZINE+PARACETAMOL increases the drowsiness when alcohol is consumed. So, do not take alcohol while using PROMETHAZINE+PARACETAMOL.

PREGNANCY

PROMETHAZINE+PARACETAMOL is a category C medicine. It may cause toxic effects to the fetus. It should be used in pregnant women only if needed. Please consult your doctor. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you.

BREAST FEEDING

PROMETHAZINE+PARACETAMOL may pass into breast milk and cause harmful effects to the baby. So, do not use PROMETHAZINE+PARACETAMOL in breastfeeding mothers unless prescribed by your doctor.

DRIVING

PROMETHAZINE+PARACETAMOL may cause drowsiness and dizziness. So, avoid driving or operating heavy machinery while using PROMETHAZINE+PARACETAMOL.

LIVER

PROMETHAZINE+PARACETAMOL should be used with caution in patients with liver diseases. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

KIDNEY

PROMETHAZINE+PARACETAMOL should be used with caution in patients with kidney diseases. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.